Tag: non-sanctuary city
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Colorado Springs residents say city’s reaffirmation of non-‘sanctuary’ status is ‘political grandstanding’
Residents on Tuesday criticized a second resolution reaffirming that Colorado Springs is not a “sanctuary city” for migrants crossing U.S. borders as divisive, hateful and an example of political grandstanding. Though the resolution is symbolic and not legally binding, it sends a strong message that migrants are not welcome, opponents said. “This body continues to…
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Colorado Springs council to cast 2nd vote on recreational marijuana ordinance Tuesday
The Colorado Springs City Council is scheduled Tuesday to cast its second vote on a proposed ordinance that will likely prevent recreational cannabis sales throughout much of the city, a move some officials worry could circumvent residents’ wishes. On Sept. 10, the council voted 7-2 in favor of an ordinance that will modify city code…